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Grammys Performance: Alex Warren Battles Tech Glitches
2 Feb
Summary
- Alex Warren performed at the 2026 Grammys despite technical difficulties.
- The singer struggled with his in-ear monitors during his performance.
- Warren was nominated for Best New Artist at the 2026 awards.
Alex Warren, a nominee for Best New Artist at the 2026 Grammy Awards, navigated significant technical challenges during his performance of "Ordinary." As he began walking through the crowd, issues arose with his in-ear monitoring system, which is crucial for performers to hear themselves.
Warren was observed adjusting the pack on his back and his earpieces. At one point, the earpiece appeared to dislodge just as the song reached its chorus, causing him to momentarily lose tempo. However, he demonstrated resilience, quickly regaining his rhythm before ascending over the audience.
The 25-year-old singer, who also won Best New Artist at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, had previously spoken about his journey. He shared on CBS Mornings that his vocal style, marked by rasp and emotion rather than a "stereotypical" sound, initially made him doubt his path to recognition.
Warren's nomination for Best New Artist at the 2026 Grammys placed him among peers such as Sombr, Olivia Dean, Addison Rae, Leon Thomas, The Marias, Katseye, and Lola Young, with Dean ultimately taking home the award. The event was broadcast live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
